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You must put this place on your list of things to do in Mobile. Not a large building, but packed with history, flamboyant costumes and float memorabilia. You have a guided tour then afterwards you can look around by yourself and take as many photos...More

We visited in April. I debated reviewing all of this time. Alabama is my home but I now live in southeast Florida. The museum was great. We loved it. The docent,not so much. She was a warm, older, genteel Alabama lady who knew her stuff...but...More

Amazing to learn Mobile was the birthplace of Mardi Gras! The pageantry, history and regalia was most impressive, but what made the whole visit was the docent. He was such a hoot and even wrote a book about it! Thank you for the entertainment 😉.

We had a bridal shower here . It was wonderful . The people that worked it were very helpful and only wanted to make us happy . Everyone had a wonderful time . The tour was grand and very interesting.
Would have another party there...More

Excellent tour and spectacular trains, costumes, etc. Craig literally wrote the book on carnival in Mobile and gives and excellent tour. In return for all the fabulous information he imparts he does insist on your attention and a lack of distractions. Be prepared to pay...More

Did you know that the first Mardi Gras was in Mobile and not New Orleans? I didn't until I visited this well done little Museum. It has a mock up of an actual parade float and costumes to try on. Lots of history and rooms...More

From the outside this place just looks like any other museum, but once inside, WOW! Unbelievable exhibits and pieces! We had Craig as our tour guide and he was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable on Mobile history and he was fun and interesting to listen...More

This is the best $5 you'll spend in Mobile! Craig and the other staff at the museum are AMAZING! We aren't from the area and had no idea this is where Mardi Gras originated. Soooooo much history and interesting things about the secret societies in...More

We only thought we knew a bit about Mobile Mardi Gras but was soon set to rights. This is a hands on, behind the scenes build up of explaining some of the traditions and work that goes into the occasion. The displays are unique but...More

The location of the Mobile Carnival Museum used to be the Mobile History Museum and it housed the displays you describe. In 2005 that museum moved to a larger space on Royal Street and it is now known as the History Museum... More

The location of the Mobile Carnival Museum used to be the Mobile History Museum and it housed the displays you describe. In 2005 that museum moved to a larger space on Royal Street and it is now known as the History Museum of Mobile. Their exhibits are rotated so you should call them to find out what is currently being featured. The Mobile Carnival Museum highlights the history of Mardi Gras in Mobile.

I did not remember how much we paid, but I see someone has answered that. My grandkids ages 9 and 11 liked it. Be sure to buy some Moon Pies. they were great - wish i had bought several boxes! Hope you have fun.